There are no short cuts to realistic art other than learning basics first to give
yourself a good foundation. Start with still life to learn perspective, shading,
shadows, ect. Then you need to learn the anatomy of humans and animals
both along with drawing hair and fur.
Realistic drawings take study and lots of practice. I would recommend taking
a art course if your really serious. Or at least get a book on learning how to
draw humans and animals. Then you can study anthro drawing styles.
Tutorials are good, but it takes a learned eye and hand to draw well. I don't
have any favorites on tutorials, and the only book I have used is 50 years
old.
If drawing is going to be a hobby or even as a career, I would suggest drawing
cartoons for fun. It's a good way to learn a style you feel comfortable with.
Hope this was helpful. Sometimes even reading things
you may already know or understand can be helpful.
Old Rabbit
